DK6+ Motion System
DK6+ Motion System
USA domestic shipping is 3-5 days. All international shipping is typically 5-7 days.
The DK6+ motion system is a 6" (150mm) motion system designed for high travel simulation applications such as off-road racing, rally and flight. The additional stroke allows for better representation of our motion layers with less saturation and hence it also compliments low travel vehicles such as formula cars.
The common saying of "less is more" is really a half-truth. High travel motion systems, if designed well, can better represent the true dynamic nature of vehicle dynamics. The DK6+ however still shares our philosophy of Motion Integrity and does not over-represent certain layers such as pitch and roll which make control input unnecessarily more difficult.
The system shares the same design and construction as our industrial-grade DK-X motion systems used in our full motion vehicle and platform simulators. Additionally, DK6+ is mechanically and electrically engineered around our unique motion algorithm to provide the most realistic and representative vehicle motion feedback with no pre-recorded canned effects.
DK6+ takes a modern approach to signal processing and motion control to create the most responsive system on the market. Every elevation change, vehicle movement, surface change and gear shift, is captured and reproduced within 2” (50mm) of the available mechanical stroke.
The DK6+ was originally created to serve many race and flight simulation centers around the world. The larger Teknic motor is capable of 800 lbs. (360 kg.) of total supported mass and hence can support a larger variety of drivers or exceptionally heavy rigs. The DK6+ is also engineered with a solid steel piston and special dry run bearings for exceptional side loading capability.
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PROS | 3 Actuator System
- more affordable and always upgradable
- can be better for uneven floors
- ideal for flight simulation
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PROS | 4 Actuator System
- easier to mount on most extrusion rigs
- greater total support weight (800 lbs.)
- distinct front left and right haptic details
- Ideal for both race and flight simulations
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CONS | 3 Actuator System
- harder to mount on some rigs
- lower total supported weight (600 lbs.)
- missing front left and right haptic details
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CONS | 4 Actuator System
- None really. It's just perfect. ;-)
All Sigma DK6+ Motions Systems feature:
- completely made from billet aluminum for optimal haptic transfer
- feature a 2-inch (50mm) solid steel piston for exceptional side loading
- use American made motors and controllers for exceptional signal control
- have a 3-year electrical and 1-year mechanical system warranty
- provide license free simple to use software with automatic over the air updates
- years of maintenance free operation with no lubrication required
- upgradable at any time in the future with our DK Upgrade Program
Technical Information
Contents
- mono-block, machined billet actuators with 6” (150 mm) travel
- powerful, responsive and compact American Teknic servo motors
- maximum weight capacity (chassis and driver):
- 3-actuator system = 600 lb (272 kg)
- 4-actuator system = 800 lb (363 kg)
- billet-machined floating feet with large rubber pads
- aluminum t-slot mounting hardware compatible with 25 to 45 series profiles
- single controller box (115v/240V compatible) with power and network cables
- two sets of 1m and 2m data and power cables from the controller to actuators
- Sigma’s motion algorithms & simulation software
- automatic Over-the-Air controller firmware updates
Actuators
- 100% designed, manufactured, assembled and tested in California, USA
- Premium THK ball screw for smooth performance and durability
- Machined billet aluminum body to ensure concentricity and accuracy
- 6″ (150mm) in piston diameter for large side-loading capability
- T-slot aluminum extrusion friendly
- 20 lbs. each (9.07 kg) with the larger DK6 motor
- Environmentally friendly tumbled finish
Latency
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PC side (Windows 10/11)
- Game physics engine @ 333 Hz: 3 ms
- Windows OS response: 1 ms average
- Sigma 10-layers algorithm: 1 ms
- Send target positions via Ethernet: 0.3 ms
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Controller side (Real-time OS in ARM)
- Response to new position targets: < 1 microseconds
- Motion Algorithm for smooth motion: Average: 25 ms, Range: 0 to 50 ms
- Send motion data to 1st micro-controller at 1000 Hz: 1 ms
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Controller side (2 low-latency micro-controllers)
- Send motion data from 1st micro-controller to 2nd: 0.1 ms
- Digital pulse generation: 0.002 ms
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Electrical connection from 2nd micro-controller to ClearPath motor
- 3V to 5V conversion: 2 ms
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ClearPath servo motor
- Digital pulse signal to actual motion: 1 ms
Technical
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ClearPath Integrated Servo Motor CPM-SDSK-3432P-RLN
- Rated (RMS) Torque = 209 oz-in (1.5 N-m)
- Peak Torque = 698 oz-in (4.9 N-m)
- Max Speed = 2,380 rpm
- Total Weight Capacity (for optimal performance), including fully-loaded simulator with driver:
- 3-actuator system = 600 lb (272 kg)
- 4-actuator system = 800 lb (363 kg)
- Optically isolated, current-based I/O system (EMI free)
- Average system draw at 110V is about 0.330 KW (Peak 1600VA)
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In-house manufactured actuators | 3D Model: Available Upon Request
- 6” (150mm) actuator travel
- speeds of 7.93"/s @ 2,380 rpm
- 5/8” diameter, USA ball screw and nut
- 2” (50mm) diameter piston
- Mono-block machined billet aluminum body
- All American made components
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Motion Controller | 3D Model: Available Upon Request
- ClearPath IPC-5 Intelligent Power Supply
- Input voltage 95-125/190-250 VAC; 50-60Hz (NO INVERTERS REQUIRED!)
- Real-time and remote motion control via default browser or phone/tablet
- Signal processor with amplifier
- Embedded microcontrollers
- Shielded Molex connectors
- 15" wide, 9.25" deep and 3" tall
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Sigma's Software and Algorithms
- Motion Integrity™ architecture to provide ultra-responsive, precise and accurate motion control
- Dynamic scaling algorithm to best represent all layers in the available actuator travel
- Organic and natural feeling Velocity Trap™ algorithm
- Smooth integration of the 10 motion layers
- Real-time remote control interface
- Custom Motion Profiles
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Mounting hardware
- Machined billet mounting bracket
- T-slot aluminum extrusion (80/20) friendly
- Machined billet floating feet with mounting capability
Warranty & Shipping
See our Shipping Policy page for information on shipping, warranty and returns.
# of boxes | Total Weight | Length | Width | Height |
2 | Box 1 53lbs/25kg Box 2 53lbs/25kg |
Box 1 56cm/22″ Box 2 56cm/22" |
Box 1 30cm/12″ Box 2 30cm/22″ |
Box 1 25cm/10″ Box 2 25cm/10″ |